Moldavite and Tugtupite Physical Properties

Moldavite and Tugtupite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite and Tugtupite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Moldavite and Tugtupite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
• Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Moldavite and Tugtupite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moldavite and Tugtupite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moldavite and Tugtupite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moldavite is 2.30-2.60 whereas that of Tugtupite is 2.30-2.60.